Cavolo Nero: Bold Flavour and Hearty Texture!
Cavolo Nero, also known as Italian black cabbage, black kale or Tuscan kale, is a dark, leafy green wit...
Cavolo Nero, also known as Italian black cabbage, black kale or Tuscan kale, is a dark, leafy green with a distinctively robust flavour and a chewy texture. Its long, wrinkled leaves are deep green, almost black, giving it an earthy, slightly bitter taste that mellows when cooked. The texture is firm yet tender, making it a versatile ingredient that holds its shape and flavour in various dishes. When raw, it has a pleasantly fibrous bite and a grassy undertone, while cooking softens the leaves and enhances their sweetness, making them a staple in Italian cuisine.
Cooking Suggestions: How to Cook Cavolo Nero
Sautéing: Cook with olive oil, garlic and a pinch of salt for a simple, flavourful side.
Blanching: Boil briefly to soften the leaves before incorporating into soups or pasta dishes.
Braising: Simmer in broth with aromatics to enhance its tenderness and infuse flavour.
Steaming: Preserve its nutrients while softening its texture.
Crisping: Bake into kale chips for a crunchy snack.
Serving Suggestions: What to Pair Cavolo Nero With
Beans: Cannellini beans or lentils for hearty stews and soups.
Classic sides: Garlic, chilli flakes and olive oil for a classic Tuscan preparation.
Grains: Like farro, quinoa or barley for nutritious salads.
Meats: Rich meats such as pancetta, sausage or roast chicken.
Cooking suggestions: Sautéing (olive oil, garlic, salt), blanching, braising (broths), steaming or baking to make it crisp. Can be eaten raw.
Serving suggestions: Pair with meats (pancetta, sausage, chicken) and or serve with beans (cannellini, lentils). Alternatively, combine with grains (farro, quinoa, barley) or mix with cheeses (parmesan, pecorino).
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<p>Cavolo Nero, also known as Italian black cabbage, black kale or Tuscan kale, is a dark, leafy <a title="green" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/groceries/fruit-vegetables/specialist-vegetables">green</a> with a distinctively robust flavour and a chewy texture. Its long, wrinkled leaves are deep green, almost black, giving it an earthy, slightly bitter taste that mellows when cooked. The texture is firm yet tender, making it a versatile ingredient that holds its shape and flavour in various dishes. When raw, it has a pleasantly fibrous bite and a grassy undertone, while cooking softens the leaves and enhances their sweetness, making them a staple in <a title="Italian cuisine" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/world-cuisines/italian-ingredients">Italian cuisine</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Cooking Suggestions: How to Cook Cavolo Nero</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Sautéing: </strong>Cook with <a title="olive oil" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/groceries/specialist-oils/olive-oil">olive oil</a>, garlic and a pinch of salt for a simple, flavourful side.</li>
<li><strong>Blanching:</strong> Boil briefly to soften the leaves before incorporating into soups or <a title="pasta" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/groceries/pasta">pasta</a> dishes.</li>
<li><strong>Braising:</strong> Simmer in broth with aromatics to enhance its tenderness and infuse flavour.</li>
<li><strong>Steaming: </strong>Preserve its nutrients while softening its texture.</li>
<li><strong>Crisping:</strong> Bake into kale chips for a crunchy snack.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Serving Suggestions: What to Pair Cavolo Nero With</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Beans:</strong> Cannellini beans or lentils for hearty stews and soups.</li>
<li><strong>Classic sides: </strong>Garlic, chilli flakes and olive oil for a classic Tuscan preparation.</li>
<li><strong>Grains:</strong> Like farro, quinoa or barley for nutritious salads.</li>
<li><strong>Meats: </strong>Rich meats such as pancetta, <a title="sausage" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/meat-poultry/specialist-pork/sausages">sausage</a> or roast <a title="chicken" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/meat-poultry/specialist-poultry/chicken">chicken</a>.</li>
<li><strong>Cheese: </strong><a title="Parmesan" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/24-month-reggiano-parmesan">Parmesan</a> or <a title="Pecorino" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/moliterno-al-tartufo">Pecorino</a> for a salty, umami kick.</li>
</ul> <p><strong>Origin:</strong> Italy</p>
<p><strong>Weight:</strong> 1kg</p>
<p><strong>Shelf life: </strong>3 days from delivery.</p>
<p><strong>Storage:</strong> Keep refrigerated.</p>
<p><strong>Cooking suggestions:</strong> Sautéing (olive oil, garlic, salt), blanching, braising (broths), steaming or baking to make it crisp. Can be eaten raw.</p>
<p><strong>Serving suggestions:</strong> Pair with meats (pancetta, sausage, chicken) and or serve with beans (cannellini, lentils). Alternatively, combine with grains (farro, quinoa, barley) or mix with cheeses (parmesan, pecorino).</p>00add-to-cart
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